In a six-square-block tract of downtown Boston, it is possible to purchase a bagel with cream cheese, dine on raw fish in a sushi bar, or grab a slice of pizza from a street vendor. This variety of food choices illustrates the process of __________.

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Diffusion refers to the spread of cultural traits, such as food choices, from one society to another. The variety of food choices in downtown Boston likely reflects the diffusion of different cuisines and food traditions from various parts of the world.

In a Six-Square-Block Tract of Downtown Boston, It Is Possible